Project Gutenberg
1998-11-01
Public domain in the USA.
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Shakespeare, William
1564
1616
Shakspeare, William
Shakspere, William
Romeo and Juliet
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romeo_and_Juliet
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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare is a tragedy likely written during the late 16th century. The play centers on the intense love affair between two young lovers, Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet, whose families are embroiled in a bitter feud. Their love, while passionate and profound, is met with adversities that ultimately lead to tragic consequences. At the start of the play, a Prologue delivered by the Chorus sets the stage for the tale of forbidden love, revealing the familial conflict that surrounds Romeo and Juliet. The opening scenes depict a public brawl ignited by the feud between the Montagues and Capulets, showcasing the hostility that envelops their lives. As we are introduced to various characters such as Benvolio, Tybalt, and Mercutio, we learn of Romeo's unrequited love for Rosaline. However, this quickly changes when Romeo encounters Juliet at the Capulet ball, where they share a famous and romantic exchange, unwittingly falling in love with each other despite their families' bitter enmity. This initial encounter foreshadows the obstacles they will face as their love story unfolds amidst chaos and conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 92.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Vendetta -- Drama
Youth -- Drama
Verona (Italy) -- Drama
Juliet (Fictitious character) -- Drama
Romeo (Fictitious character) -- Drama
Conflict of generations -- Drama
Tragedies (Drama)
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Category: Romance
Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
Category: Classics of Literature
Category: British Literature
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